LEGAL IMPLICATIONS ARISING FROM THE CHILDREN'S INVOLVEMENT IN ARMED CONFLICTS ACROSS THE MIDDLE EAST CONFLICTS

Abstract

This study examines the ethical and legal implications of the involvement of children in armed conflicts, with a particular focus on the Middle East. The analysis centers on international humanitarian law (IHL) provisions designed to protect civilians, with a specific emphasis on those safeguarding children. The study evaluates the extent to which these legal protections are enforced in ongoing conflicts within the Middle East, exploring the profound and often devastating impact these conflicts have on children. Through this examination, the paper seeks to shed light on the challenges in upholding these protections and the ethical considerations that arise in response to violations of children's rights in such contexts.